Dr. Carrine A. Burns

About the Doctor

Dr. Carrine A. Burns is a dermatologist in Lewiston, Maine. She received her medical degree from the University of Virginia School of Medicine and completed a residency in Family Medicine at MaineHealth (1998–2001) followed by a residency in Dermatology at the University of Rochester Medical Center (2001–2004). She has been in practice for more than 20 years. Dr. Burns specializes in general dermatology and dermatologic surgery, with particular expertise in cancerous skin growth removal. She is accepting new patients and receives positive patient reviews for making time for patients, clearly explaining conditions, and answering questions thoroughly.

• Medical School: University of Virginia School of Medicine

• Residencies: MaineHealth (Family Medicine, 1998–2001); University of Rochester Medical Center (Dermatology, 2001–2004)

• Years of Experience: 21+ years

• Patient Awards: Patients Recommend, Makes Time For Patients, Clearly Explains

• Expertise: Cancerous skin growth removal (expert level)

• Practice Setting: Outpatient dermatology clinic (Bates Mill Dermatology)

Education & Training

Medical School – University of Virginia School of Medicine
Residency – MaineHealth, Family Medicine (1998–2001)
Residency – University of Rochester Medical Center, Dermatology (2001–2004)
Fellowship/Additional Training – Not specified

Medical Conditions Treated

• Skin cancer (basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, melanoma)

• Actinic keratosis (precancerous lesions)

• Acne

• Eczema (atopic dermatitis)

• Psoriasis

• Rosacea

• Skin infections (bacterial, fungal, viral)

• Moles and atypical nevi

• Warts

• Seborrheic keratosis

• Contact dermatitis

• Hair loss (alopecia)

• Nail disorders

Medical Procedures Performed

• Skin cancer screening and total body skin examination

• Excisional surgery for cancerous skin growth removal (area of special expertise)

• Shave and punch biopsies

• Cryotherapy for actinic keratosis and warts

• Electrodessication and curettage

• Topical chemotherapy for precancerous lesions

• Laser therapy (hair removal, tattoo removal – typical in dermatology)

• Cosmetic filler injections (as part of general dermatology practice)

• Phototherapy for psoriasis and eczema

• Chemical peels

• Incision and drainage of abscesses

Services Offered

Dr. Burns provides comprehensive medical and surgical dermatology care for patients of all ages. Her services focus on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of skin conditions, with a strong emphasis on skin cancer detection and removal. As an expert in cancerous skin growth removal, she performs excisional surgeries with attention to both medical effectiveness and cosmetic outcomes. She also manages chronic inflammatory skin diseases like eczema and psoriasis, treats acne and rosacea, and offers minor cosmetic procedures. Dr. Burns takes time to explain diagnoses clearly and answer all patient questions, ensuring informed decision-making. Routine full-body skin exams are available for high-risk patients.

• Skin cancer screening – Total body skin exams, mole mapping, patient education on sun protection

• Skin cancer treatment – Excisional surgery, cryosurgery, topical chemotherapy, curettage and electrodessication

• Biopsy procedures – Shave biopsy, punch biopsy for suspicious lesions

• Acne management – Topical and oral medications, chemical peels, extraction of comedones

• Eczema and psoriasis care – Prescription creams, phototherapy, biologic therapy coordination

• Benign lesion removal – Warts, skin tags, seborrheic keratoses, cysts

• Cosmetic dermatology – Laser hair removal, tattoo removal, filler injections (availability varies – confirm with office)

• Infectious disease treatment – Fungal infections (ringworm, athlete’s foot), bacterial infections (cellulitis), viral infections (herpes, warts)

• Hair and nail disorders – Alopecia evaluation, nail fungus treatment

• Preventive counseling – Sun protection, self-skin exam instruction, risk factor modification

Accepted Insurances

• Aetna (EPO, HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)

• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Medicare, PPO)

• Cigna (PPO)

• CMS Medicare (Medicare)

• Elevance (HMO, PPO)

• Medica (PPO)

• Maine State Medicaid (Medicaid)

• United Healthcare (HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)

• Also accepts Medicare and Medicaid

Practice Locations

Address: 70 Lincoln Street, Lewiston, ME 04240
Phone: (207) 795-7540

Hospital Affiliations

None listed in the source. Dr. Burns practices at Bates Mill Dermatology, P.L.L.C., an outpatient clinic.